Serving 266 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Richard Byrd Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Richard Byrd Elementary School serves the eastern part of Burbank, IL, within an attendance zone that covers approximately 0.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive to the school of 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richard Byrd Elementary School's student population of 266 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
266 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Developing Young Minds for Tomorrow
School Rankings
Richard Byrd Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richard Byrd Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2315 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
72%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
21%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richard Byrd Elementary School's ranking?
Richard Byrd Elementary School is ranked #2315 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Richard Byrd Elementary School?
266 students attend Richard Byrd Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Richard Byrd Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richard Byrd Elementary School?
Richard Byrd Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Richard Byrd Elementary School offer ?
Richard Byrd Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Richard Byrd Elementary School part of?
Richard Byrd Elementary School is part of Burbank SD 111 School District.
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